William Dillwyn Sims

William Dillwyn Sims (7 July 1825, Westminster – 7 March 1895) was an English industrialist and artist based in Ipswich. In 1851 he joined the company Ransomes and May, in which his uncle Charles May was a partner. Charles left in 1852 and the company became Ransomes and Sims. Sims remained involved in the company as it evolved into Ransomes, Sims & Jefferies.[1]

Early life

William was the son of John Sims and Lydia Dillwyn, who were Quakers in Westminster, London.[2] His Aunt, Ann Dillwyn married Richard Dykes Alexander, another prominent Quaker in Ipswich.

References
  1. "William Dillwyn Sims". www.gracesguide.co.uk. Graces Guide. Retrieved 31 January 2020.
  2. "William Dillwyn Sims (1825-) | WikiTree FREE Family Tree". www.wikitree.com. INTERESTING.COM. Retrieved 5 April 2022.


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